Renee Kapp

Renee Kapp serves as an SDAP Lecturer and College Life Resource Coordinator in the Scholars with Diverse Abilities program, housed in the Department of Child Development, Literacy, and Special Education. In her role, she teaches College and Beyond (SPE 3060) and supports students in developing independent living skills, employment readiness, and strategies for successfully navigating college life. She is passionate about helping students build confidence, foster self-determination, and achieve their academic and personal goals.

Kapp brings extensive experience in special education and autism support. Prior to joining App State, she worked as a special education teacher in Watauga County Schools, serving students with high-functioning autism, and as an autism behavior specialist in Wake and Durham counties.

She holds degrees in early childhood education from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and psychology from Guilford College, as well as a Master of Science in special education from Appalachian State University. She has also earned graduate certificates in special education and autism.